Dental Assistant - Periodontics

Grow Your Surgical Assisting Career | Dental Assistant - Periodontics

Are you a Dental Assistant ready to expand your clinical skills beyond general dentistry?

Western Mass Periodontics & Implant Specialists is seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our established specialty practice in Pittsfield, MA. Previous periodontal or surgical assisting experience is not required. If you bring a strong dental assisting foundation, a commitment to excellent patient care, and an interest in learning, we will provide paid, hands-on training to help you advance into specialty dentistry.

You’ll work alongside experienced periodontal providers, assist with dental implants, grafting, periodontal procedures, and advanced treatment, and develop valuable surgical skills in a supportive clinical environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to earn competitive pay, receive comprehensive benefits, enjoy a consistent weekday schedule, and build specialized experience that can take your DA career further.

Why Join Western Mass Periodontics?

• Competitive Pay: $26-28/hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications
• Paid Specialty Training
  :
  Develop hands-on skills in periodontics, dental implants, grafting, surgical assisting, and advanced patient care
• No Previous Perio Experience
  
  Required:
  
  Experienced general DAs interested in advancing into specialty dentistry are encouraged to apply
• No Evenings or Weekends: Enjoy a predictable schedule and dependable work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, and disability coverage
• Generous Time Off
  : 3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays
• CE & Professional Development: Continuing education and opportunities to strengthen your clinical expertise
• Advanced Procedures: Gain exposure to periodontal surgery, dental implants, grafting, advanced imaging, and complex treatment
• Modern Technology: Work with digital charting, Curve software, imaging technology, and specialized clinical equipment
• Experienced Provider Support: Learn directly from periodontal specialists and an experienced clinical team
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative practice where your skills, growth, and contributions are valued
• Long-Term Career Growth: Access additional development opportunities through Affinity Dental Management’s growing network of general and specialty practices

Location & Schedule

• Western Mass Periodontics & Implant Specialists
• 435 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
• Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8AM-5PM
• No evenings or weekends

Your Role as a Dental Assistant

• Provide chairside assistance during periodontal, implant, grafting, surgical, and non-surgical procedures
• Prepare patients, operatories, instruments, materials, and equipment for treatment
• Support providers throughout procedures by anticipating clinical needs and maintaining efficient surgical flow
• Take and process diagnostic-quality digital x-rays and assist with imaging
• Follow sterilization, infection-control, OSHA, biohazard, and surgical safety protocols
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed before, during, and after treatment
• Review pre- and post-operative instructions with patients
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment-ready operatories
• Maintain instruments, equipment, clinical supplies, and surgical inventory
• Collaborate with providers and the clinical team to deliver an organized, efficient, and exceptional patient experience

What We’re Looking For

• Previous DA experience preferred
• Previous periodontal, implant, OS, endodontic, prosthodontic, or other surgical assisting experience is a plus - not a requirement
• Interest in learning specialty and surgical assisting
• Dental assisting education or certification preferred
• Radiography certification and current CPR…